Every time I make this Thai Crunch Salad, it disappears faster than I can say “yum!” The combination of fresh veggies and creamy peanut dressing is simply irresistible.
Addictive Thai Crunch Salad
Prep & Cook Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 cups of shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup of shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup of snap peas, trimmed
- ½ cup of chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup of chopped green onions
- 1 cup of roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, snap peas, cilantro, and green onions.
- Toss the salad gently to mix all the veggies.
- Before serving, top with the chopped peanuts for an extra crunch.
Servings
This recipe serves about 4 as a side dish or 2 as a main dish.
Nutrition Info
Calories: 150 | Protein: 6g | Fat: 10g | Carbs: 12g | Fiber: 3g
Creamy Peanut Dressing
Prep & Cook Time
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Ingredients
- ½ cup of creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1-2 tablespoons of warm water (to thin the dressing)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
- Whisk until smooth, adding warm water gradually until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.
- Adjust flavors as needed; add more honey for sweetness or more soy sauce for saltiness.
Servings
This recipe makes about 1 cup of dressing, enough for several servings of salad.
Nutrition Info
Calories: 120 | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Carbs: 9g | Fiber: 1g
Final Thoughts
This Thai Crunch Salad paired with the creamy peanut dressing is a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. It’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a potluck dish. I hope you enjoy making it as much as I do!